Science doesn’t have to involve expensive kits or complex concepts. For homeschooling parents, especially with young learners, it can be woven into everyday life using basic materials and a bit of creativity.

Here’s a simple five-day science plan you can follow:

Day 1: Sink or Float
Use a large bowl and household objects (e.g., spoon, sponge, coin, leaf). Let your child guess, test, and sort based on results. Ask guiding questions: “Why do you think this floats?”

Day 2: Weather Watch
Make a daily weather chart together. Discuss temperature, clouds, and wind. Use cotton balls and construction paper to create weather visuals.

Day 3: Plant Life
Soak bean seeds in a wet paper towel inside a clear zip bag. Tape it to a window. Observe growth each day. Pair it with a drawing journal to track changes.

Day 4: Color Mixing
Use three cups of colored water (red, blue, yellow) and an empty ice cube tray. Mix colors and predict results. Introduce color theory casually: “What happens when blue meets yellow?”

Day 5: Magnetic Hunt
Give your child a small magnet and send them on a “magnet mission” around the house. Record what sticks and what doesn’t. Discuss materials and properties.

This hands-on schedule encourages curiosity and builds early scientific thinking. It also helps structure your week with intentional learning moments—without needing a science degree.